In Fort Bend County, the courts not only hear the criminal cases but also civil cases. In County Courts-at-Law, the Judges must also handle juvenile and probate cases. Considering the fact that over twenty-five hundred felony and seven thousand misdemeanor cases are filed each year, a small backlog of cases can occur. These cases are moved as quickly as possible by the courts and my office, but may not be reached for trial 6 to 24 months.
